The Bexar County District Attorney’s Office is in mourning after one of its own, 37-year-old Jennifer Rodriguez, was found shot to death Sunday night. Colleagues describe Rodriguez as a steady, calming presence at work, and her killing has left the office stunned. Authorities have ruled the case a homicide and say investigators are still working to piece together what happened.
Medical examiner identifies victim, rules homicide
The Bexar County Medical Examiner identified the victim as 37-year-old Jennifer Rodriguez and determined she died from a gunshot wound, listing the manner of death as homicide, according to WOAI. The station reports the district attorney’s office issued a statement on Monday mourning her death and extending condolences to her family.
DA’s office recalls Rodriguez’s role and reputation
In an internal note obtained by KSAT, District Attorney Joe Gonzales confirmed that Rodriguez worked in the office’s misdemeanor filing center and praised her years of service. Online records indicate she was pronounced dead shortly before 8 p.m., and coworkers have remembered her as kind and hard-working in the aftermath of the news.
Investigators keep details close as case unfolds
Authorities have not released any information about a suspect or specifics about where the shooting happened. The DA’s office said it would not provide further comment "out of respect for her family," according to WOAI. The medical examiner and local law enforcement agencies are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding Rodriguez’s death.
Ongoing probe and calls for information
Local outlets report that investigators have been notified and that agencies are working to gather more details. KSAT said it has reached out to the San Antonio Police Department and the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office for comment. As the investigation moves forward, officials are asking anyone with information that could help the case to contact law enforcement.
